Routes to mountain peaks in the mountains of Almaty city -
Interesting places in the mountains of Almaty region -
Bukreev Peak - also known as Pionersky Peak, is located at an altitude of 3011 meters above sea level, in the upper reaches of the Butakovskoye gorge, where the Butakovskie waterfalls are located. The peak was named after the famous Kazakh climber Anatoly Bukreev, who conquered all 8-thousanders of the planet. The route to the peak is considered not difficult, but requires a certain amount of sports training and the skill of being in the mountains at altitudes over 2500 meters above sea level. There is also another equally interesting route to the peak through the Kim-Asar gorge. There is also a third option, but it is not as popular - this is the route through Almaty. All the routes are interesting and for a change you can go through all three of them, avid fans of active recreation usually do so. Usually, people go to Bukreev Peak through the Kim-Asar Gorge, from the Medeu tract in the Small Almaty Gorge, this is the most popular route, along the way there is the famous "Swing", where they stop to rest and take photos. The distance along the route from the Kim-Asar Gorge to Bukreev Peak is 12 kilometers one way. You need to leave early in the morning, usually the ascent to the peak begins at 7 am, you can do it earlier, but not later.
When making a mountain hike to Bukreev Peak, be sure to use the services of certified mountain guides, they will prepare you for the hike, instruct you and safely lead you along the route. Do not go to the mountains alone, do not leave the path, do not go close to the cliffs, watch the weather and choose clear sunny days for your trip. Do not walk in the mountains at night and in the dark. Calculate your time in the mountains wisely.
How to get there, visit -
Bukreev Peak is located in the upper reaches of the Kim-Asar gorge, Zailiyskiy Alatau Mountains, Ile-Alatau Park, Medeu district, Almaty region, Republic of Kazakhstan.
GPS coordinates: 43°09'59"N 77°08'05"E
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